• From left: Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, President Sheikh Mohamed, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman, and Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, attend a Federal Supreme Council meeting at Mushrif Palace. All photos: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
    From left: Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, President Sheikh Mohamed, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman, and Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, attend a Federal Supreme Council meeting at Mushrif Palace. All photos: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
  • Sheikh Dr Sultan, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, during the meeting.
    Sheikh Dr Sultan, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, during the meeting.
  • The Federal Supreme Council, which comprises the rulers of each emirate, announced the election of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed as President of the UAE.
    The Federal Supreme Council, which comprises the rulers of each emirate, announced the election of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed as President of the UAE.
  • Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, and Abdullah Al Ketbi, Minister of Federal Supreme Council Affairs, attend the meeting.
    Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, and Abdullah Al Ketbi, Minister of Federal Supreme Council Affairs, attend the meeting.
  • Sheikh Humaid and Sheikh Saud attend the meeting.
    Sheikh Humaid and Sheikh Saud attend the meeting.
  • Sheikh Humaid and Sheikh Saud attend the meeting.
    Sheikh Humaid and Sheikh Saud attend the meeting.
  • Sheikh Hamad and Sheikh Saud follow proceedings.
    Sheikh Hamad and Sheikh Saud follow proceedings.
  • The meeting at Mushrif Palace was chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid.
    The meeting at Mushrif Palace was chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed elected President of the UAE


Rory Reynolds
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Latest: Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets regional leaders in Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Ruler of Abu Dhabi, has been elected the country's president.

The official announcement followed a meeting in Abu Dhabi of the rulers of the Emirates.

He becomes the third president in the UAE's history, following the death of Sheikh Khalifa on Friday.

State news agency Wam reported the decision by the Federal Supreme Council, which comprises the rulers of which comprises the rulers of the seven emirates.

We congratulate him, and we pledge allegiance to him, and our people pledge allegiance to him
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid,
Vice President and Ruler of Dubai

The President, Sheikh Mohamed “expressed his appreciation for the dear trust that his brothers, their highnesses, members of the Federal Supreme Council, have entrusted him with, praying that Almighty God helps him succeed, helps him in taking on this great responsibility and meeting it in serving the UAE and its loyal people”, in comments published by Wam.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, offered his congratulations.

“Today, the Federal Supreme Council elected my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as President of the State,” he wrote on Twitter.

“We congratulate him and we pledge allegiance to him, and our people pledge allegiance to him.”

The council held a meeting at Mushrif Palace, Abu Dhabi, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed.

Present were Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Ruler of Umm Al Quwain and Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.

Sheikh Dr Sultan, Ruler of Sharjah, said: “As he has witnessed the UAE's renaissance from a young age, accompanied by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the Founding Leaders, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has significantly contributed to UAE's development and achievements due to his wise vision, constant support and direct guidance.

“We congratulate President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and ask Allah Almighty to grant him success and prosperity.

“We affirm our permanent solidarity in serving the nation and preserving its union under his wise leadership.”

A statement by the Ministry of Presidential Affairs said that, according to Article 51 of the Constitution, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed was elected unanimously.

On Saturday, Sheikh Mohamed is receiving condolences over the death of his brother Sheikh Khalifa from the rulers and senior Emirati officials.

Foreign diplomats and leaders are expected to visit to pay their respects and meet the new president in the coming days.

Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the President, said: “The smooth transition of power in the UAE reflects the strength of institutional work and the advanced standards of governance and stability.

“We thank God for the blessing of the UAE and pledge allegiance to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed. May God protect him as President and leader.”

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed's life: in pictures

  • The future President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed in the 1960s. The Al Nahyan family is from Al Ain and has remained strongly connected to the Garden City. Photo: National Archives
    The future President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed in the 1960s. The Al Nahyan family is from Al Ain and has remained strongly connected to the Garden City. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed in class in March 1969. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed in class in March 1969. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed practises writing in March 1969. He was schooled in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, Rabat in Morocco and spent a summer at Gordonstoun in Scotland. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed practises writing in March 1969. He was schooled in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, Rabat in Morocco and spent a summer at Gordonstoun in Scotland. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed dressed in military uniform at the age of about 10, in the 1960s. Sheikh Mohamed has spent his entire life in the service of his country. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed dressed in military uniform at the age of about 10, in the 1960s. Sheikh Mohamed has spent his entire life in the service of his country. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed gives the opening speech at the open day for Al Kindi Primary School in Abu Dhabi in April 1971. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed gives the opening speech at the open day for Al Kindi Primary School in Abu Dhabi in April 1971. Photo: National Archives
  • UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, with Sheikh Mohamed at the open day at Al Kindi Primary School in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohamed's teacher, Mohamed Al Tamimi is standing behind him. Photo: National Archives
    UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, with Sheikh Mohamed at the open day at Al Kindi Primary School in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohamed's teacher, Mohamed Al Tamimi is standing behind him. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed with four of his sons, Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed, Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Hazza in November, 1974. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed with four of his sons, Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed, Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Hazza in November, 1974. Photo: National Archives
  • The future President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi cycles with relatives in the 1960s. Some of the National Archives images of Sheikh Mohamed have rarely been seen before. Photo: National Archives
    The future President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi cycles with relatives in the 1960s. Some of the National Archives images of Sheikh Mohamed have rarely been seen before. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed enjoys a quiet moment in a garden in 1969. Courtesy: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed enjoys a quiet moment in a garden in 1969. Courtesy: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed with Sheikh Mohamed in October 1971, two months before the Union was formed. With Sheikh Zayed now the country’s founding President, his sons found themselves increasingly in the public eye. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed with Sheikh Mohamed in October 1971, two months before the Union was formed. With Sheikh Zayed now the country’s founding President, his sons found themselves increasingly in the public eye. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Khalifa, the future second President, with Sheikh Mohamed. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Khalifa, the future second President, with Sheikh Mohamed. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed on horseback in the 1960s. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed on horseback in the 1960s. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed with three of his sons, Sheikh Mohamed, Sheikh Hamdan and Sheikh Hazza. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed with three of his sons, Sheikh Mohamed, Sheikh Hamdan and Sheikh Hazza. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in August 1971. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in August 1971. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed is known for his love of falconry. Here he is pictured with one of the birds of prey during a visit to Pakistan in 1970s. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed is known for his love of falconry. Here he is pictured with one of the birds of prey during a visit to Pakistan in 1970s. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed trains with a rifle at a military camp in Al Ain in the 1970s. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed trains with a rifle at a military camp in Al Ain in the 1970s. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed congratulates Sheikh Mohamed after his graduation from the Royal Military College, Sandhurst, UK, after his return to Abu Dhabi on April 7, 1979. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed congratulates Sheikh Mohamed after his graduation from the Royal Military College, Sandhurst, UK, after his return to Abu Dhabi on April 7, 1979. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed, King Khalid bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Fahd bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia and Sheikh Mohamed during annual Saudi military manoeuvres in Abha, south-west Saudi Arabia, on June 27, 1979. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed, King Khalid bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Fahd bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia and Sheikh Mohamed during annual Saudi military manoeuvres in Abha, south-west Saudi Arabia, on June 27, 1979. Photo: National Archives
  • Back in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed tends to a falcon at the Falconers Club. Photo: National Archives
    Back in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed tends to a falcon at the Falconers Club. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed with the Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, Sheikh Rashid bin Ahmad Al Mualla, and Sheikh Mohamed performing Umrah. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed with the Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, Sheikh Rashid bin Ahmad Al Mualla, and Sheikh Mohamed performing Umrah. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed with Sheikh Khalifa and Britain's Prince Charles, at a banquet hosted by the British ambassador to the UAE on March 15, 1989. Also present are Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, Sheikh Surour bin Mohamed and Ahmad Khalifa Al Suwaidi. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed with Sheikh Khalifa and Britain's Prince Charles, at a banquet hosted by the British ambassador to the UAE on March 15, 1989. Also present are Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, Sheikh Surour bin Mohamed and Ahmad Khalifa Al Suwaidi. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed attend the final of the Arabian Camel Festival at Al Wathba Racetrack, Abu Dhabi, on April 26, 1991. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed attend the final of the Arabian Camel Festival at Al Wathba Racetrack, Abu Dhabi, on April 26, 1991. Photo: National Archives
  • Lt Gen Sheikh Mohamed, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, at the graduation for non-commissioned officers at the Land Forces Non-commissioned Officer School on June 9, 1994. Photo: National Archives
    Lt Gen Sheikh Mohamed, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, at the graduation for non-commissioned officers at the Land Forces Non-commissioned Officer School on June 9, 1994. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed in March, 1996. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed in March, 1996. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mohamed. The three were attending 'The Arabs' Knight' operette, staged by the UAE Equestrian And Racing Federation at the close of the horse racing World Endurance Championship at Zayed Sports City, in Abu Dhabi. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mohamed. The three were attending 'The Arabs' Knight' operette, staged by the UAE Equestrian And Racing Federation at the close of the horse racing World Endurance Championship at Zayed Sports City, in Abu Dhabi. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed inspects the UAE's forces in Kuwait on March 18, 2003. The Second Gulf War began that month. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed inspects the UAE's forces in Kuwait on March 18, 2003. The Second Gulf War began that month. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed at the wedding of Awaida Al Khaili in Al Ain on April 2, 2003. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed at the wedding of Awaida Al Khaili in Al Ain on April 2, 2003. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed welcomes Britain's then prime minister Tony Blair in 2006. Reuters
    Sheikh Mohamed welcomes Britain's then prime minister Tony Blair in 2006. Reuters
  • Sheikh Mohamed introduces US President George W Bush to a falcon in Sweihan, Abu Dhabi, on January 14, 2008. Mr Bush was on a Middle East tour. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Mohamed introduces US President George W Bush to a falcon in Sweihan, Abu Dhabi, on January 14, 2008. Mr Bush was on a Middle East tour. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed visit the Idex defence exhibition in Abu Dhabi in 2003. Sheikh Zayed died the following year. Photo: National Archives
    Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed visit the Idex defence exhibition in Abu Dhabi in 2003. Sheikh Zayed died the following year. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, with Queen Elizabeth II of the UK, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Sheikh Mohamed and UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi on November 25, 2010. Photo: Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, with Queen Elizabeth II of the UK, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Sheikh Mohamed and UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi on November 25, 2010. Photo: Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi
  • Sheikh Mohamed with Britain's Prince Charles at Abu Dhabi International Airport on February 21, 2014. Photo: Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi
    Sheikh Mohamed with Britain's Prince Charles at Abu Dhabi International Airport on February 21, 2014. Photo: Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi
  • King Mohammed VI of Morocco awards Sheikh Mohamed the Order of Muhammad First Class on March 17, 2015 in appreciation of the fraternal relationship between the UAE and Morocco. Photo: National Archives
    King Mohammed VI of Morocco awards Sheikh Mohamed the Order of Muhammad First Class on March 17, 2015 in appreciation of the fraternal relationship between the UAE and Morocco. Photo: National Archives
  • Sheikh Mohamed with US President Barack Obama during a summit meeting at Camp David, Maryland, US in May 2015. AFP
    Sheikh Mohamed with US President Barack Obama during a summit meeting at Camp David, Maryland, US in May 2015. AFP
  • Pope Francis and Sheikh Mohamed at the Abu Dhabi presidential airport, in February 2019. EPA
    Pope Francis and Sheikh Mohamed at the Abu Dhabi presidential airport, in February 2019. EPA
  • Sheikh Mohamed receives a briefing via video conference, about the efforts to combat Covid-19, in March 2020. Photo: Ministry Of Presidential Affairs
    Sheikh Mohamed receives a briefing via video conference, about the efforts to combat Covid-19, in March 2020. Photo: Ministry Of Presidential Affairs
  • Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed with his mother Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, on Mother's Day 2021.
    Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed with his mother Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, on Mother's Day 2021.
  • Sheikh Mohamed and French President Emmanuel Macron, wearing Expo 2020 Dubai wristbands, at the Fontainebleau Palace, France, in September 2021. Photo: Ministry Of Presidential Affairs
    Sheikh Mohamed and French President Emmanuel Macron, wearing Expo 2020 Dubai wristbands, at the Fontainebleau Palace, France, in September 2021. Photo: Ministry Of Presidential Affairs
  • Sheikh Mohamed meets Sheikh Mohammed in Dubai, April 2022. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
    Sheikh Mohamed meets Sheikh Mohammed in Dubai, April 2022. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
  • Sheikh Mohamed celebrates Eid Al Fitr with his grandchildren, in May 2022. Photo: Ministry Of Presidential Affairs
    Sheikh Mohamed celebrates Eid Al Fitr with his grandchildren, in May 2022. Photo: Ministry Of Presidential Affairs
  • Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, help carry the body of Sheikh Khalifa. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
    Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, help carry the body of Sheikh Khalifa. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
  • Sheikh Mohamed leads funeral prayers for Sheikh Khalifa on May 13, 2022. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
    Sheikh Mohamed leads funeral prayers for Sheikh Khalifa on May 13, 2022. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
Ten tax points to be aware of in 2026

1. Domestic VAT refund amendments: request your refund within five years

If a business does not apply for the refund on time, they lose their credit.

2. E-invoicing in the UAE

Businesses should continue preparing for the implementation of e-invoicing in the UAE, with 2026 a preparation and transition period ahead of phased mandatory adoption. 

3. More tax audits

Tax authorities are increasingly using data already available across multiple filings to identify audit risks. 

4. More beneficial VAT and excise tax penalty regime

Tax disputes are expected to become more frequent and more structured, with clearer administrative objection and appeal processes. The UAE has adopted a new penalty regime for VAT and excise disputes, which now mirrors the penalty regime for corporate tax.

5. Greater emphasis on statutory audit

There is a greater need for the accuracy of financial statements. The International Financial Reporting Standards standards need to be strictly adhered to and, as a result, the quality of the audits will need to increase.

6. Further transfer pricing enforcement

Transfer pricing enforcement, which refers to the practice of establishing prices for internal transactions between related entities, is expected to broaden in scope. The UAE will shortly open the possibility to negotiate advance pricing agreements, or essentially rulings for transfer pricing purposes. 

7. Limited time periods for audits

Recent amendments also introduce a default five-year limitation period for tax audits and assessments, subject to specific statutory exceptions. While the standard audit and assessment period is five years, this may be extended to up to 15 years in cases involving fraud or tax evasion. 

8. Pillar 2 implementation 

Many multinational groups will begin to feel the practical effect of the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT), the UAE's implementation of the OECD’s global minimum tax under Pillar 2. While the rules apply for financial years starting on or after January 1, 2025, it is 2026 that marks the transition to an operational phase.

9. Reduced compliance obligations for imported goods and services

Businesses that apply the reverse-charge mechanism for VAT purposes in the UAE may benefit from reduced compliance obligations. 

10. Substance and CbC reporting focus

Tax authorities are expected to continue strengthening the enforcement of economic substance and Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting frameworks. In the UAE, these regimes are increasingly being used as risk-assessment tools, providing tax authorities with a comprehensive view of multinational groups’ global footprints and enabling them to assess whether profits are aligned with real economic activity. 

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Ain Dubai in numbers

126: The length in metres of the legs supporting the structure

1 football pitch: The length of each permanent spoke is longer than a professional soccer pitch

16 A380 Airbuses: The equivalent weight of the wheel rim.

9,000 tonnes: The amount of steel used to construct the project.

5 tonnes: The weight of each permanent spoke that is holding the wheel rim in place

192: The amount of cable wires used to create the wheel. They measure a distance of 2,4000km in total, the equivalent of the distance between Dubai and Cairo.

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Yashin Trophy (Best Goalkeeper – Men’s)
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Women’s Coach of the Year
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Dubai works towards better air quality by 2021

Dubai is on a mission to record good air quality for 90 per cent of the year – up from 86 per cent annually today – by 2021.

The municipality plans to have seven mobile air-monitoring stations by 2020 to capture more accurate data in hourly and daily trends of pollution.

These will be on the Palm Jumeirah, Al Qusais, Muhaisnah, Rashidiyah, Al Wasl, Al Quoz and Dubai Investment Park.

“It will allow real-time responding for emergency cases,” said Khaldoon Al Daraji, first environment safety officer at the municipality.

“We’re in a good position except for the cases that are out of our hands, such as sandstorms.

“Sandstorms are our main concern because the UAE is just a receiver.

“The hotspots are Iran, Saudi Arabia and southern Iraq, but we’re working hard with the region to reduce the cycle of sandstorm generation.”

Mr Al Daraji said monitoring as it stood covered 47 per cent of Dubai.

There are 12 fixed stations in the emirate, but Dubai also receives information from monitors belonging to other entities.

“There are 25 stations in total,” Mr Al Daraji said.

“We added new technology and equipment used for the first time for the detection of heavy metals.

“A hundred parameters can be detected but we want to expand it to make sure that the data captured can allow a baseline study in some areas to ensure they are well positioned.”

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